Black Maternal Health Week 2025 is is a celebration indeed and the fight for birth equity is ongoing. Thanks to Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA)’s leadership in this space.

So much has been released this week. Here are a few highlights:

Black Mamas deserve more than survival—they deserve to thrive. This #BMHW25, we’re amplifying the power of Black-led organizations, community care, and policy change to create lasting impact. Join us in the fight for Black Maternal Health equity! #HealingLegacies #BlackMamasMatter

Very excited to be attending the Center for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice at @tuftsmedschool.bsky.social. Black fathers are involved in the lives of their children and are just as important as mothers in this fight to address maternal health inequities. #ProudDaughterofaBlackFather

A7: Medicaid has a long-term and multi-generational impact on mothers and families. Healthier families may lead to healthier individuals who can get an education, work, and earn more money. #WellnessWed #MedicaidMatters

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Men anpil chay pa lou” is a Haitian proverb that roughly translates to “Many hands makes the load lighter”.

Early giving for #GivingTuesay started yesterday and will lead all the way up until #GivingTuesday on December 3rd.

@commonwealthfund.bsky.social released an issue brief (bit.ly/Shorttermcuts) a few years ago about the hazardous long-term effects from short-term cuts to Medicaid coverage for pregnant people and children. Medicaid is critical for multi generational benefits to health and educational attainment.